2006 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Neon (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Neon (339 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2005 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 330 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
